Wonders: Whooping Cranes in Danger

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What is the main topic of the article?

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The article is about whooping cranes and the efforts to increase their population.

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What type of text is 'Whooping Cranes in Danger'?

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It is a nonfiction text.

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Are whooping cranes still endangered?

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No, they are still considered endangered.

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Why did the second flock of whooping cranes have to be born in a new place?

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Because whoopers always fly to where they were born for the summer.

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What caused the decline of whooping cranes to only 15 in 1941?

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People hunted them and took over their habitats.

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What is a whooping crane?

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A whooping crane is a large bird known for its distinctive whooping call and is currently endangered.

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What efforts are being made to help whooping cranes?

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Scientists are working to increase the number of whooping crane flocks.

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What is the significance of habitats for whooping cranes?

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Habitats are crucial for their survival as they provide food, nesting, and breeding grounds.

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What does it mean for a species to be endangered?

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It means that the species is at risk of extinction.

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What role do scientists play in conservation efforts for whooping cranes?

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Scientists study the cranes and implement strategies to protect and increase their populations.